Holidaymakers offered Valentine's Day tips

Brits hoping to escape the UK and take a break abroad for Valentine's Day have been offered some travel tips.

Nick Trend, editorial director at Simonseeks, said people should remember that it falls during one of the coldest months of the year and may wish to opt for a destination where there is likely to be some sunshine.

"The other thing to bear in mind of course is it [Valentine's Day] is right at the beginning of half term this year so if you are going away as a couple you have got to vie with all the families too," he commented.

Couples travelling over the weekend should consider booking a day off work and flying back on the Monday as this is often a cheaper option than Sunday, Mr Trend added.

Improve your game while on holiday in Spain

Working on your tennis skills does not have to be a chore. By combining coaching with a holiday in Spain, you can learn from the best professionals in a warm and welcoming environment.

Located in Murcia, La Manga Club is renowned for its sports facilities and basks in sunshine for more than 300 days of the year, making it a great option for people who want to brush up on their tennis abilities.

The resort is home to 28 tennis courts, with three surfaces to choose from.

Natural science museum 'to open in Torrevieja'

Brits planning holidays to Spain may be interested to learn that a new natural science museum is to open its doors in Torrevieja.

According to Euro Weekly News, the attraction will be unveiled next month in the building which used to be home to Torrevieja's local train station.

"The councillor for the environment Jose Eduardo Gil Rebollo has said that the museum will start out as part of the Torrevieja Sea and Salt Museum and will contain the skeletons of many sea creatures which have ended up on the shores of Torrevieja over the past few years," the publication noted.

Visitors will have the opportunity to see preserved creatures including a bottlenose dolphin and pilot whale, as well as some pieces of shark skeleton.

Holidays in Spain 'are a great choice for 2010'

Holidays in Spain are an excellent option for Brits hoping to escape the UK and take a break overseas in 2010.

Writing for the Telegraph, Annie Bennett noted that the country still has a great deal to tempt British holidaymakers with.

"Cities apart, driving is an excellent way to explore the country. There is a good motorway network, with tolls on some stretches, but the best drives are usually on smaller roads, where you often hardly see another vehicle," she noted.